Dinner and Tree Giveaway on April 18 for Arbor Day→

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Dinner and Tree Giveaway on April 18 for Arbor Day

We welcome all members old and new along with their guests to the IKES on Wednesday, April 18th. It is our most popular program of the year, the annual tree seedling giveaway in honor of Arbor Day and Earth Day. The IKES have been giving away tree seedlings for over 70 years!

Species this year are: Tulip Poplar, White Oak, Sugar Maple, Sweetgum, Kousa Dogwood, Allegheny Serviceberry and Canaan Fir.

We are delighted to offer seven different species this year. The seedlings become more costly each year, so it is imperative that they find a thriving new “home”. Scope out your yard now and pre-dig your holes so you can give your trees a head start. This is yet another activity that benefits our community and members alike. See you at the IKES!

Dinner starts at 6:30 P.M. Tree handout starts at 7:30 P.M.
Menu: Polish chicken dinner with the trimmings
Cost: $9 adults $6 12 and under

Call in your reservations by Mon. April 16th at 272-3660

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Stan Klaybor Environmental Scholarship→

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Stan Klaybor Environmental Scholarship

The St. Joseph County Izaak Walton League is awarding a five hundred dollar ($500.00) scholarship to a senior graduate attending a St. Joseph County high school in the state of Indiana. The deadline for submission is April 30, 2018. Click here to download all the requirements.

Requirements are as follows:
1. To pursue a college degree in the area(s) of environmental management, environmental
engineering, wildlife biology, science or management, agriculture, forestry or associated field.
2. To have a GPA of 2.5 at the time of application.
3. To submit a typed essay with a plan that reflects the goals of the Izaak Walton League Pledge.
4. To forward a short letter from the high school’s guidance counselor, principal or subject teacher as to the worthiness of the candidate.
5. To provide a transcript of high school credits and grades.

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23rd Annual River Cleanup - Saturday, April 7, 9-1pm

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23rd Annual River Cleanup - Saturday, April 7, 9-1pm

Izaak Walton, in partnership with the Friends of the St. Joe River, will be participating in the 23rd annual river cleanup on Saturday, April 7th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. We are looking for any and all volunteers! 

CHECK-IN STATIONS: Veterans Memorial Park just west of IUSB & Howard Park

DRESS APPROPRIATELY: Long pants, long sleeves, rugged work shoes, work gloves (waterproof if possible). Trash bags and drinking water will be provided.

TOOLS: Any additional trash-moving tools are welcome, such as pick-up trucks, water-craft and poker sticks.

Every volunteer will receive a community service certificate! REGISTER HERE: http://bit.ly/2FEKS4A

Want more details? Call Mike Hay at (269) 240-8756

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Dine & Learn - How Humans Modify Landscapes - March 21→

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Dine & Learn - How Humans Modify Landscapes - March 21

We welcome Mr. Richard ‘Drew’ Marcantonio, to the IKES on Wednesday, March 21st. Mr. Marcantonio will present a program rich in facts describing how humans interact with their landscapes.

Human modifications and control of landscapes have lead to many positive and negative consequences for the overall health of our ecosystem. In his talk, Drew will discuss the different ways we see these effects play out in geographic settings and describe some of the best management practices to avoid negative outcomes, with special emphasis given to prescribed burns.

Dinner starts at 6:30 P.M. Program starts at 7:30 P.M. Menu: corned beef and cabbage with the trimmings.

Cost: $9 adults, $5 for 12 and under

Please call in your reservations by Mon. March 19th at 272-3660. We need an accurate count for the caterer. 

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Dine & Learn: Making Maple Syrup on Feb 21→

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Dine & Learn: Making Maple Syrup on Feb 21

We welcome Leslie Witkowski, naturalist from the St. Joe County Parks, to the IKES on Wednesday, February 21st.

Ms. Witkowski will explain and demonstrate in detail the steps involved in Maple Syrup production including tapping, boiling down the sap in the sugar shack and bottling. Bendix Woods County Park kicks off their “sugaring season” February 17th. This will be an enlightening and educational program for all ages.

Bring a friend and enjoy!
Dinner starts at 6:30 P.M. Program starts at 7:30 P.M.
Menu: Pork Loin with the trimmings
Cost: $9 for adults and FREE Hot Dogs 12 and under!
Call in your reservations by Tuesday morning, Feb. 20th by 10 A.M. at 272-3660

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